Solution Architect, Solution Engineering (Java)

Pune, Maharashtra
Permanent
Full-time

6 hours ago

Role ResponsibilitiesSolution Architect, Solution Engineering (Java) - Pune, MHYou will be working with a team of engineers with a broad range of responsibilities including all aspects of software engineering like requirements understanding and validation, solution design, detailed design, development, testing and software configuration management. Build products, systems, and services that are optimized, well organized and maintainable, and have high impact on our end users. You will also -

Developing seamless integrations with risk and compliance orchestration, third-party systems, and digital platforms.
Designing efficient big data handling and analytics for reporting and investigation (e.g., PostgreSQL, Snowflake).
Ensuring systems comply with financial regulations by implementing checks, controls, transaction monitoring, and data reconciliation.
Incorporating emerging technologies like AI and Micro frontend into platforms.
Building fault-tolerant systems that handle high transaction volumes reliably and ensure accurate regulatory reporting.
Domain Architectural Ownership

Design and maintain architecture for scalable, reliable, and secure applications and services.

Lead architecture reviews, proof-of-concepts, and design discussions across teams.

Define and enforce coding standards, architectural guidelines, and best practices.

Evaluate and recommend tools, frameworks, and technologies based on evolving business needs.

Work with product team and define the solution for compliance back-office projects.

Team Leadership:

Ability to work with cross-functional team of developers, providing direction, support.

Collaborate with Product Managers, QA, DevOps, and UX to ensure smooth delivery.

Drive engineering excellence through agile practices, code reviews, and continuous improvement.

Delivery & Execution:

Own end-to-end technical delivery of features and systems, from planning through deployment.

Break down high-level requirements into technical solutions and delegate effectively.

Identify and address technical debt and system inefficiencies proactively.

Ensure timely delivery of milestones while maintaining high quality.

Role Requirements

7+ years of software development experience
2 years in a Solution lead capacity within a medium to large organization.

Track records of successful software architecture design and implementation

Proven ability to understand business and ability to contribute to technology direction that drives measurable business improvements

Demonstrated capabilities in assessing business needs while providing creative and effective solutions in conformance to emerging technology standards

Experience with architecture design concepts and techniques and the ability to communicate and evangelize those concepts to internal stakeholders and external partners

Excellent understanding of computer science fundamentals, data structures, algorithms, OOPs, and OOA/D

Demonstrated experience in modern programming languages (for example, Java/C++) and design patterns

Hands-on experience in building microservices based architecture and platform developed and deployed at scale

Hands-on experience in Java/J2EE, XML, Web technologies, Web Services
Hands on experience in front end using Angular or React.

Experience with agile development methodologies with Test Driven Development (TDD) and CI (Continuous Integration)/CD (Continuous Delivery)

Champion engineering best practices including CI/CD, automated testing, and infrastructure as code

Collaborate with Devops and Platform teams to optimize deployment pipelines and monitoring systems

Preferred Skills:

Experience with distributed systems, API design, and data modeling.

Experience with Risk & Compliance back-office controls and case management applications.

Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps culture.

Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to stakeholders.

Experience with UX/UI technologies

Nice to have:

Experience in Financial Services industry

Experience in Cloud (AWS/Azure/Google or Hybrid) based architecture designs and implementations

Work ShiftWestern Union values in-person collaboration, problem solving, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILSBenefitsYou will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life
insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few. Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.Your India specific benefits include:

Employees Provident Fund [EPF]
Gratuity Payment
Public holidays
Annual Leave, Sick leave, Compensatory leave, and Maternity / Paternity leave
Annual Health Checkup
Hospitalization Insurance Coverage (Mediclaim)
Group Life Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance Coverage, Business Travel Insurance
Cab Facility
Relocation Benefit

Other DetailsAs part of the application process, all applicants are required to take assessments. Western Union has partnered with a 3rd party provider to administer these tests. Applicants will need to provide their name and email address in order to process the assessments. If you have any questions, you may reach out to .We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.#LI-HR1 #LI-HybridEstimated Job Posting End Date: 04-21-2026This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.

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